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FX55 FWP

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,398 mi
Last recorded20,398 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K516,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 FWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 20,398 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 18,364 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 16,533 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 13,014 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 9,885 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 9,885 miles

Central Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 7,100 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front wheel bearing slightly rough advised to change

Fail 21 May 2018 7,100 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front wheel bearing slightly rough advised to change

Pass 6 Jul 2015 7,074 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 6,991 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 5,645 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2011 4,464 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2010 1,600 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 83 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?

Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,188
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Drive chain worn to excess 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
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FX55 FWP is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 16,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 K5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX55 FWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX55 FWP registered?

FX55 FWP is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is FX55 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 FWP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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